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Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka said it would be unfair for women to face "biological men" in professional tennis.

2026 under spotlight: An action-packed year awaits Indian sports

2026 under spotlight: An action-packed year awaits Indian sports

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Lots to look forward to in Indian sports as packed 2026 calender awaits

Medvedev, Bopanna in same squad for WTL's India debut

Medvedev, Bopanna in same squad for WTL's India debut

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Russian star Daniil Medvedev and Indian veteran Rohan Bopanna will play in the same squad, while Sumit Nagal is part of a side that features former world number 6 Gael Monfils for the World Tennis League, to be held In Bengaluru from December 17 to 20.

Sinner's Mystery Woman Revealed!

Sinner's Mystery Woman Revealed!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Jannik Sinner's tennis may be making headlines, but his off-court life is drawing just as much curiosity especially after his ATP Finals win, where a smiling Laila Hasanovic was the first person he hugged.

Chinese ministry intervenes in Nagal's plea for visa

Chinese ministry intervenes in Nagal's plea for visa

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Nagal should apply for visa with required materials: Chinese Foreign Ministry

Sinner battles past Alcaraz to win ATP Finals title

Sinner battles past Alcaraz to win ATP Finals title

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Jannik Sinner battled past Spanish world number one and rival Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4), 7-5 in the decider to win the season-ending championships.

Rybakina stuns Sabalenka to win WTA Finals

Rybakina stuns Sabalenka to win WTA Finals

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Elena Rybakina beat world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 7-6(0) in the WTA Finals title clash on Saturday to claim her first trophy in the season-ending championships.

Borg Has 'Extremely Aggressive' Cancer

Borg Has 'Extremely Aggressive' Cancer

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'Now I have a new opponent in cancer -- one I can't control. But I'm going to beat it. I'm not giving up. I fight like every day is a Wimbledon final.'

WTA Finals: Rybakina outplays Swiatek to reach semis

WTA Finals: Rybakina outplays Swiatek to reach semis

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Elena Rybakina qualified for the WTA Finals' last four, beating an error-prone Iga Swiatek 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 on Monday, while Amanda Anisimova beat fellow American Madison Keys 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 in Riyadh.

Denied China visa, Nagal seeks embassy's help

Denied China visa, Nagal seeks embassy's help

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

He was scheduled to travel to Chengdu to compete in the Australian Open Playoff event, which will give the regional players a main-draw entry into the 2026 Australian Open.

Italy ease past Austria to reach Davis Cup semi-finals

Italy ease past Austria to reach Davis Cup semi-finals

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Italy stayed on course for a Davis Cup 'three-peat' with a convincing victory over Austria in Bologna on Wednesday to set up a semi-final clash against Belgium.

Wimbledon: When Tendulkar met Federer

Wimbledon: When Tendulkar met Federer

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Sitting in the Royal Box, Tendulkar received a standing ovation from the Centre Court crowd.

After reclaiming No 1 spot, Alcaraz eyes elusive title

After reclaiming No 1 spot, Alcaraz eyes elusive title

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Carlos Alcaraz would rather win his first Australian Open than retain his French Open and US Open titles next year, the Spaniard said on Friday, a day after sealing the year-end world number one ranking at the ATP Finals.

Petra Kvitova bids tearful goodbye after US Open loss

Petra Kvitova bids tearful goodbye after US Open loss

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Petra Kvitova bade an emotional farewell to professional tennis on Monday after her first-round defeat at the U.S. Open

Spotted! Sunil Mittal At Wimbledon!

Spotted! Sunil Mittal At Wimbledon!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Also Spotted: Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts, Benedict Cumberbatch, Mark Rylance, Zendaya, Paul Mescal, Jamie Dornan...

Italy rout Spain to complete historic Davis Cup hat-trick!

Italy rout Spain to complete historic Davis Cup hat-trick!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Italy captured a remarkable third consecutive Davis Cup title on Sunday with Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli winning their singles matches for a 2-0 triumph over Spain.

Spotted: Kiara, Sid At Wimbledon!

Spotted: Kiara, Sid At Wimbledon!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Kiara looked stunning in a blue ensemble, while Sidharth exuded elegance in a white suit and tie.

Anisimova demolishes Gauff to reach China Open final

Anisimova demolishes Gauff to reach China Open final

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Defending champion Coco Gauff bowed out of the China Open after suffering a 6-1, 6-2 semifinal loss to compatriot Amanda Anisimova, in Beijing, on Saturday.

Rohit Skips Ambani Wedding For Wimbledon

Rohit Skips Ambani Wedding For Wimbledon

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

'Welcome to #Wimbledon, Rohit Sharma,' the official Wimbledon X handle posted, sharing a picture of the cricketer who led India to the T20 World Cup title last fortnight.

Why Jannik Sinner opted out of Davis Cup Finals

Why Jannik Sinner opted out of Davis Cup Finals

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Jannik Sinner said he had to prioritise preparations for his Australian Open title defence.

Zverev sharpens mind and body as he targets US Open win

Zverev sharpens mind and body as he targets US Open win

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Speaking to reporters at Flushing Meadows, 28 year old Zverev spoke about his journey since Wimbledon and shared how he took an uncharacteristic break from his rigorous routine.

Swiatek has tough Wimbledon opener

Swiatek has tough Wimbledon opener

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Czech reigning champion Marketa Vondrousova, seeded sixth and in the same quarter of the draw as Swiatek, will open against Spain's Jessica Bouzas Maneiro.

Sabalenka Vows To Prove Kyrgios Wrong In Epic Battle Of Sexes!

Sabalenka Vows To Prove Kyrgios Wrong In Epic Battle Of Sexes!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Women's World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will take on Australian maverick Nick Kyrgios in a 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition match in Dubai on December 28, organisers announced on Tuesday.

US Open glory returns Alcaraz to World No 1

US Open glory returns Alcaraz to World No 1

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'The number one (ranking) is a goal that I had set myself almost at the beginning of the year and to see that I have achieved it is something incredible.'

ATP Finals showdown: Sinner, Alcaraz eye No.1 glory

ATP Finals showdown: Sinner, Alcaraz eye No.1 glory

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are poised to reignite their rivalry at the ATP Finals, with the year-ending championship that begins on Sunday expected to produce another title showdown between the pair in a season that has belonged to them.

PIX: Alcaraz and Zverev off to winning starts at ATP Finals

PIX: Alcaraz and Zverev off to winning starts at ATP Finals

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Carlos Alcaraz began his bid for a first ATP Finals trophy with a win over Alex de Minaur and Alexander Zverev overpowered Ben Shelton in their round-robin openers.

Sinner opts out of Davis Cup; Alcaraz to represent Spain

Sinner opts out of Davis Cup; Alcaraz to represent Spain

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Jannik Sinner has decided not to take part in this year's Davis Cup Finals with reigning champions Italy confirming his absence in Monday's team announcement, while world number one Carlos Alcaraz will represent Spain at next month's competition.

Swiatek Looks To End Year Of Redemption On A High

Swiatek Looks To End Year Of Redemption On A High

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Iga Swiatek arrives at the US Open with her sights set on a seventh Grand Slam title and a potential return to World No. 1 to cap what she calls a remarkable year of redemption following "the worst experience of my life".

Grand Slam drought won't stop Djokovic at Shanghai Masters

Grand Slam drought won't stop Djokovic at Shanghai Masters

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Novak Djokovic felt unaffected by his recent losses to the top two players in the world, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, saying that while it is not ideal to lose big matches to the top talent regularly

All about Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz

All about Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final to win his fourth Grand Slam title.

PIX: Champions Sinner-Swiatek have a ball!

PIX: Champions Sinner-Swiatek have a ball!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Sharing pictures on their X handle, Wimbledon posted: 'Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek share a dance at the Champions' Dinner.'

Sabalenka Shocks Fans with Holiday Pic

Sabalenka Shocks Fans with Holiday Pic

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Aryna Sabalenka shocks fans with topless holiday post after Wimbledon heartbreak.

Guess How Much Mrunal's Bag Costs!

Guess How Much Mrunal's Bag Costs!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

If there's one fashion accessory celebrities swear by, it's probably their designer handbags.

Wimbledon champion Krejcikova emulates mentor Novotna

Wimbledon champion Krejcikova emulates mentor Novotna

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Jana Novotna, who lifted the Wimbledon title 26 years ago in 1988, tragically died in 2017 following a battle with ovarian cancer aged 49.

Murray pulls out of singles Wimbledon farewell

Murray pulls out of singles Wimbledon farewell

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Murray, who in 2013 ended a 77-year wait for a British men's singles champion at Wimbledon and won the title again in 2016, had previously said he was unlikely to continue his career beyond this year and could bow out at the Olympics in Paris.

Unseeded Patten-Heliovaara win Wimbledon men's doubles

Unseeded Patten-Heliovaara win Wimbledon men's doubles

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Britain's Henry Patten and Finland's Harri Heliovaara beat Australia's Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson 6-7(7), 7-6(8), 7-6(11-9) in the men's doubles final at Wimbledon on Saturday to clinch their first Grand Slam titles.

Djokovic pulls out of Cincinnati ahead of US Open

Djokovic pulls out of Cincinnati ahead of US Open

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Novak Djokovic has opted out of the US Open warm-up tournament following consecutive semi-final exits at the French Open and Wimbledon.

Sinner storms into China Open final

Sinner storms into China Open final

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Sinner will face 19-year-old Learner Tien for the title.

Hsieh-Zielinski win Wimbledon mixed doubles

Hsieh-Zielinski win Wimbledon mixed doubles

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Hsieh Su-wei and Jan Zielinski won their second mixed doubles Grand Slam title of the year at Wimbledon by beating the Mexican duo of Santiago Gonzalez and Giuliana Olmos 6-4, 6-2 in a one-sided final on Sunday.

In-form Anisimova wins China Open crown

In-form Anisimova wins China Open crown

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

She beat Jasmine Paolini in the quarter-finals and then made it back-to-back wins over top 10 players as she also defeated compatriot Coco Gauff by 6-1, 6-2 in the semifinals.